Srinagar: The weather department has predicted widespread rainfall, gusty winds and snowfall at some places in Jammu and Kashmir in the next 36 hours due to a strong western disturbance, while heavy rains left roads waterlogged in Srinagar on Friday.Authorities have issued an advisory urging residents to avoid non-essential travel and follow safety precautions, especially in Srinagar.Fresh snowfall occurred in higher reaches of Kashmir, including Mughal Road in Shopian and Sadhna Top in Kupwara on Friday, while Srinagar and other districts received heavy rains, leaving roads waterlogged, making movement of people and vehicles difficult. Officials said five road accidents were recorded due to slippery roads.The weather department’s forecast said “irregular weather conditions” are likely to continue till April 10.The weather on April 4 is expected to be cloudy with moderate to heavy rain in the plains and snowfall in the higher reaches of Jammu and Kashmir. Although it will be cloudy on April 5 and April 6, there is a possibility of light rain at isolated places.The district administration in Srinagar has issued a public advisory, warning of inclement weather and wind speed of 40-50 km per hour till the evening of April 4. “The general public of district Srinagar is advised to avoid unnecessary movement on the roads except in cases of extreme necessity,” the advisory said.“Tourists, local shikara operators and other people around Dal Lake, Jhelum River and other water bodies are strictly advised not to venture out or operate without confirming the prevailing conditions and safety situation,” the advisory said.The administration also asked miners and others working near water bodies to exercise caution and avoid risk-prone activities near water bodies. Officials have urged people to remain alert, take necessary precautions and cooperate with authorities to ensure safety during the adverse weather.